Alkaline Trio Cancels UK Tour Over Guitarist’s Health

The American punk band Alkaline Trio has canceled its entire United Kingdom tour and a headline festival appearance due to a serious medical condition affecting guitarist and vocalist Matt Skiba. The abrupt cancellation was announced on Friday, July 3, just hours before the band was scheduled to open the tour in Birmingham.

In a statement shared on social media, the band said the decision was due to medical issues Skiba has been suffering from that have worsened, requiring immediate treatment in the United States. The band expressed that Skiba is going to be okay but needs to be treated stateside as soon as possible, adding they will be back healthier and stronger. The statement also confirmed refunds are available at the point of purchase.

The cancellation impacts five UK concerts in Birmingham, London, Newcastle, Leeds, and Manchester, as well as the band's headline slot on Thursday, July 9, at the 2000trees Festival in Cheltenham. The band had already arrived in the UK before making the decision to return home.

Following the cancellation, Skiba addressed fans directly in a video posted to Instagram. He thanked fans for their love and support and detailed his symptoms, which...